New homes in Castleford
The largest town in the borough of Wakefield, Castleford benefits from a busy town centre, while having easy access to green spaces and the Yorkshire countryside.
Buying a new home in Castleford is a good option if you’re looking for great transport links into Leeds and the surrounding areas.
Things to see and do
A number of amenities are on your doorstep, such as Castleford Market catering for your every need, from food to homewares to clothes. The Xscape Leisure Complex offers a snowzone, cinema, family arcade, laser and bowling, while sports fans will enjoy the town’s rich rugby heritage.
Family fun can be enjoyed at Mr Mulligan’s Pirate Golf. Here, all ages can practice their swing on the two 18-hole routes while encountering various challenges along the way.
Castleford is located within easy reach of Wakefield, just over 11 miles away. Shoppers will enjoy the selection of stores at spots such as Trinity Walk, which covers 500,000 square feet and is located in the city centre.
Wakefield is also a good spot for history and culture, which a number of museums. A unique open-air museum can be enjoyed at Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP), set in the gardens of a 500-acre, 18th century country estate.
Featuring a changing programme of exhibitions, YSP has been named Yorkshire’s ‘Most Magnificent Attraction,’ and represents sculptors such as Antony Gormley, James Turrell and Henry Moore.
The park runs a number of workshops, courses and lectures throughout the year, and the Underground Gallery, cut into the hillside, offers an indoor exhibition space.
The Hepworth Wakefield is another of the city’s main attractions. The modern gallery features six contemporary art exhibition rooms, and showcases a variety of temporary and permanent exhibitions. Wakefield Cathedral is also worth a visit where you can enjoy concerts and regular events.
Transport links
Castleford benefits from great transport links whether you’re travelling by rail, road or air.
Castleford station offers a number of connections to surrounding areas and further afield. Leeds can be reached in 23 minutes, while York can be reached in one hour and eight minutes. Hop on a train to Harrogate and you’ll be there in an hour and 25 minutes.
The nearest international airport to Castleford is Leeds Bradford and can be reached in 40 minutes by road. From here you can get a selection of international and domestic flights.
Located close to the M62, leaving at junction 32 will bring you into Castleford.
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- Amblers Chase features a collection of three and four bedroom luxurious homes. Living here, you will be surrounded by green open space and benefit from excellent local amenities on your doorstep. This stunning development is ideally placed for commuting with easy access to the motorway and Leeds City Centre close by.Our homes at Amblers Chase meet the latest building regulations, which sets the standards for energy performance and carbon emissions. Click here to find out more.
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- This collection of spacious, energy-efficient 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes offer the best of both worlds - a sustainable home in a rural location and good commuter links to the historic city of York. Families will benefit from the nearby Thorganby School, which enjoys a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating. The 'Outstanding’ Fulford School and Archbishop Holgate's School are within a short drive or bus journey.
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- £358,995 to £517,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Penning Ridge is situated in the sought-after location of Penistone. It is a place for families to make memories. From the fantastic play area located on the green open space, to the cycle path which runs right through the development, perfect for family bike rides on evenings and weekends. Living here you have easy access to the Trans Pennine Trail from the top of Halifax Road, which is an exciting route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, passing through the Pennines, alongside rivers and canals with picturesque views for all the family to enjoy. Other local days out for you and the family could include the fishing lake at Nethermill Course Fishery and the Scout Dike reservoir. The development includes 2.33 acres of public open space and 200 trees have been planted, so you are never far away from relaxing green space. You can find Penistone town centre close by, where there is a range of fantastic local amenities including shops, pubs and restaurants You will also benefit from excellent commuter links with the M1 motorway being nearby, making commuting to Sheffield, Leeds and the wider region made easy. Some homes on this development meet the latest building regulations, which sets the standards for energy performance and carbon emissions. Click here to find out more. Book your appointment or visit us to see Lizzie who would love to help you make your dream move to this new community, or call on 012 2633 7207.
- From £569,995
- 4 bedroom
- Located in the popular village of Honley, Scotgate Ridge offers stunning energy-efficient homes.
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- £329,995 to £559,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Surrounded by stunning woodland, Oughtibridge Valley is located in the popular village of Oughtibridge.
- £989,995 to £1,139,995
- 5 bedroom
- Located in the sought-after area of Burley in Wharfedale, Imperial Court offers a collection of exquisitely designed, energy-efficient homes.
- £482,995 to £714,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Located in the sought-after area of Burley in Wharfedale, Centurion Meadows offers a collection of luxury, energy-efficient homes.
- £296,995 to £504,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Located in the popular area of Waverley, The Waterside offers a range of energy-efficient homes.
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- £299,995 to £489,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Located in the popular town of Boroughbridge, Manor Chase is surrounded by stunning countryside views.
- £168,000 to £559,000
- 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
- Wolds View is a collection of enhanced energy-efficient homes. A short walk from Pocklington town centre - where you'll find essential amenities including shops, sports facilities, and health care - this a great, sustainable place to call home. Local schools include the renowned Pocklington School. Homes available with 30% discount with First Homes - see below for details.